Bonaire
North
- Go swimming, snorkeling or enjoy a picnic at 1,000 Steps
- Explore the caves near 1,000 steps
- Visit the lighthouse at Washington Park
North (Rincon – the island’s oldest town)
- Sample the iguana soup at Posada Para Mira, washed down with some refreshing homemade lemonade or tamarind juice
- Join the 1-hour tour every Wednesday afternoon at Echo to see the rehabilitation work ok of the yellow shoulder parrots (injured or formerly in captivity)
- Spend a night or two in the historic town of Rincon to experience the island’s heritage – stay at Heritage Design Inn / Rose Inn
- Stop by the Rose Inn Bar & Restaurant for lunch - sample the ‘Vlatap’ dish
- Enjoy any of Jonny’s Pizza options available every Friday to Sunday at Rose Inn, Rincon – try the chicken BBQ pizza
- Sample some Caribbean food at Kos Bon So
- Visit the Mangazina di Rei Cultural Park for a tour of historical Bonaire and their monthly activities
- Purchase freshly baked bread from the stone oven at Mangazina di Rei every last Saturday of the month
- Observe and participate in the Rincon Day holiday annual celebrations (30th April)
- Experience the annual festivities of San Juan / St John (eve of 23rd - 24th June) and San Pedro / St. Peter (eve of 28th – 29th June)
- Visit the grotto (Gruta di Lourdes) and climb the steps of the 2 vantage points behind the grotto marked with a star and a cross
- Enjoy local food at Verona’s Bar & Restaurant - try the ‘kabes ku higra’ (liver specialty dish) or the iguana soup
- Sample the fresh juices (pina colada, tambrind, kiwi and fruit punch) at Paraiso di Muchanan Kontentu
- Support the disabled persons at the FKPD Bonaire (Fundashon Kuida Pa Personanan Desabilita) – purchase candles, souvenirs, food and craft (Mon – Fri, 8am – 5pm)
- Enjoy a night of karaoke or live music every Saturday at Biys Grill while having one of their tasty burgers
- Step back in time at the Museo Chichi Tan - the former home of a local icon filled with historical items and photographic memories of the town
- Enjoy an historical walking tour of the town with Soldachi Tours – starting point is at the Rincon Monumental Stone in the town centre in front of the church. Reservations required - ask for Maria
- Have an ice cream from the Rincon Ice Cream shop – try the Bonaire Sea Salt flavor
- Discover and play traditional instruments & immerse yourself in the Bonairian way of live
- Try the chocolate milkshake and the pastels (pies filled with meat or cheese) at La Ma Se
- Visit the Cadushy Distillery for a tour and sample the cactus liqueur
South
- Take a guided adventure dive at Lac Cai with Div’ Ocean to see the turtles and the marine life
- Take a tour of the Salt Pans
- Visit the slave huts
- Enjoy an Asian / International buffet at Coco Palm Gardens every Thursday (by reservation only)
- Every Tuesday morning, join the 1-hour yoga class at Coco Palm Gardens (no reservation required)
- Have an oceanfront dinner at the Bonairian Restaurant – ask for the ‘Chef’s surprise’ of the day. Arrive just before 6pm for magnificent sunset views and witness the near touch-down of the KLM aircraft
- Go mangrove kayaking and snorkeling with Windows to the Sea in Lac Baai
- Learn kiteboarding and experience the thrill of the wind with Kiteboarding Bonaire
- Hang Out at the ‘Hang Out’ – the coolest beach bar in Sorobon
- Visit the Donkey Sanctuary
- Enjoy the $10 Wednesday special between 5pm – 7pm at Foodies, or their ‘Surprise for Two’ meal any day
- Taste the local food at Maiky Snack - a hidden local treasure, open Friday to Sunday
- Visit the Bonaire Wild Bird Rehab at the Mangrove Kayak Centre
Central
- Enjoy a BBQ Day trip with Wanna Dive
- Try the local breakfast or lunch at Ciome’s Catering in Antriol, or sample the local snacks (pastries, pies, johnny cakes, sausage rolls and meatballs) washed down with a homemade local fruit juice
- Be sure to order the Coco Madness 1-litre cocktail for 2 at Coco Beach and enjoy the beachfront view
- Grab a meal at Donner Station / Fresh Market – try the Turkish Donner washed down with Mogu Mogu – a fruity drink with coconut chunks
- Sit and enjoy a delicious breakfast for only US$5 at Coffee Corner, Boka Dushi in the Van Den Tweel supermarket – available everyday
- Enjoy a Salsa / Bachata class at Hillside Apartments, Kaya Linda 19 with BailAmores (Roy & Marjorie)
- Taste any of the 30 different types of beer at Joe’s Restaurant and check out their menu
- Try your luck at the Coral Casino in the Plaza Resort Hotel
- Enjoy the best Illy coffees and award-winning ice creams with a breathtaking view at Luciano Bonaire
- Book a 1 hour museum tour for an insight on Caribbean history at Terramar museum
- Try the Caribbean Dinner Specials at El Encanto Restaurant every Tuesday
- Take an All-inclusive BBQ sailing sunset tour with Blue Bay Bonaire
- Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner at Spice – beach bar and waterfront restaurant with scenic views
- Explore the island on a golf cart, scooter or quad bike with Scooters Bonaire / Rentofun or Bonaire Cruisers
- Soak up the Latin / Caribbean vibe while dining at Eddy’s Gourmandises
- Enjoy the sounds of steel pan at the Wednesday night Beach BBQ at the Plaza Resort
- Try the yummy yet healthy specialty soups, salads, coffees, teas and treats at Peanuts Fresh Market
West
- Shop / Stroll along Kaya Grande
- Enjoy a relaxing drink any of the restaurants & bars along the waterfront
- Swim in the turquoise blue waters at the waterfront
- Explore the underwater world in an unforgettably unique way with Bon-Sea semi submarine
- Take the water taxi across to Klein Bonaire for snorkeling and swimming
- Have some local food (lunch or dinner) at Altagracia Grill Krioyo – try the pork chops
East
- Catch a baseball game during the season at La Sonrisa Ball Park
- Go horse riding at Kunuku Warahama
- Take a tour with Kurason di Bara di Karta and enjoy the many historical ‘treasures’ of the area